Yankees’ Cody Bellinger Responds To ‘Unique’ Taunts At Rival Stadium
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- Sports Money Yankees’ Cody Bellinger Responds To ‘Unique’ Taunts At Rival Stadium By Peter Chawaga,
- One of those players has been Cody Bellinger, who has emerged as a key contributor during New York's recent stretch.
- During the Yankees' recent series in Cleveland, Bellinger was on the receiving end of some particularly unusual heckling from fans in the seats at Progressive Field.
Sports Money Yankees’ Cody Bellinger Responds To ‘Unique’ Taunts At Rival Stadium By Peter Chawaga,
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Chawaga is a writer and editor covering Major League Baseball.Follow Author Jun 14, 2026, 06:00am EDTNEW YORK, NY - JUNE 04: Cody Bellinger #35 of the New York Yankees looks on during the game against the Cleveland Guardians at Yankee Stadium on June 4, 2026 in New York, New York. (Photo by New York Yankees/Getty Images)Getty ImagesThe New York Yankees continue to battle for positioning atop the American League playoff picture, and with Aaron Judge sidelined, several veterans have been asked to shoulder a larger share of the offensive burden.
One of those players has been Cody Bellinger, who has emerged as a key contributor during New York's recent stretch. That increased visibility has also made him a more obvious target for those who might be looking to get under his skin with taunts.